Historical Commission Agenda and Packet 2010 10 20

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i.In October there will be an exhibit of historical photos in the Library’s first floor glass caseswith the theme “Who Do We Think We Are” after the genealogy-themed television show. Bridget is putting together the exhibit. ii.On November 3 at 7 p.m. Museum volunteer Gail Khasawneh will givea presentationon Louisville residents who served in World War II. c.We hope for more collaborative programs next year. Some ideas include having Beth Barrett present on historical theaters of Colorado from her book, Bridget on recently donated historic photos,and joint participation in the One Book Program. d.Museumprojects for next year include a new sign, which is alreadyin the budget and working towards more digitization of photos including possibly applying for a grant to do so. Bridget Bacon indicated that she would like to eventually applyfor a grant to fund the creation of a short film culled from oral history interviews. e.Library projects for next year include a resume writing workshop,music in the Library during the holiday season, banned books week and thecontinuation of the summer reading program.The Library Boardplans to better understand the Library’suser base and to increase collaboration with other libraries and boards. f.The groups discussed how to get more visibility for the Museum and noted the reduced funding for open hours. There is concern that the City will note reduced visitors in 2010 and conclude dropping interest without remembering that open hours have been curtailed. The Library Board of Trustees has a designated City Council Liaison who has helped guide them. The Historical Commission has no similar liaison. g.Sally Burlingame raised the issue of the Jordinelli Housebuilding at the Historical Museum–a resource we are unable to share with the public due to funding restraints. h.It was noted that the Library Board of Trustees has no fund raising responsibility while the Historical Commission is both an advisory board as well as a fund raising board. There is a separate fund raising arm for the Library, the Louisville Library Foundation. VII.Director’s Report Beth Barrett reported that there willbe upcoming changes to the Library web site including links to the Louisville Museum pages. She introduced Karen Freiter who gave a presentation including a live linkto show the new view. The Trustees and the Commission Members were both favorably impressed with the improvementsand believe they will continue to support our mutual efforts. VIII.Adjourn, 8:20p.m.